ABOUT WALLY'S

On May 10, 1937, Wally Alexander opened Wally's Drive In on McCallie Avenue. Wally’s began as a

drive-in where patrons could pull in, order at the window and be enjoying Chattanooga’s best burger,

fries and shakes in minutes - all for just 85 cents!

In the early 1970, Wally’s became a sit-down style restaurant. In 1975 Tony Kennedy purchased

Wally’s Restaurant and transitioned from burgers, fries and milkshakes, to a meat and three, serving

homecooked meats and vegetables. As well as a full breakfast menu.

Wally’s quickly became the weekday breakfast and lunch destination for all of Chattanooga, as well

as the Saturday morning breakfast destination for families and friends.

In May 1989, Wally's added a second location in East Ridge, featuring a buffet with salad bar and a

full menu. Glen Meadows, who originally worked at the McCallie Ave location left to go manage he

East Ridge location. He owned and operated it for the next 34 years. In April 2023 Glen and Sharon

Meadows decided to retire and the building and property were sold.

Gary Meadows worked and managed the McCallie Ave location with Tony Kennedy. In August 2018,

Mr. Kennedy passed away, after owning and operating Wally’s for over 40 years. At that time, Gary

and his wife Meleah, took over ownership of the Wally’s McCallie location. Their goal is to continue

the same quality of food and service that has served Chattanooga for over 86 years.